21 Points 18 Rebounds For Gobert
Photo: Special to the NY Beacon
By Summar Lowe
The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a 105-90 victory over the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center, controlling the game with dominant defense and rebounding. Rudy Gobert’s paint presence and a collective team effort proved too much for Brooklyn to handle.
Minnesota held the Nets to 42.7% shooting while forcing 12 turnovers. The Timberwolves shot 50% from the field and outrebounded Brooklyn 45-34, limiting second-chance opportunities. Head coach Chris Finch commended his team’s resilience. “We didn’t have a lot of gas in the tank after the other night, but everyone stepped up and gave great effort on both ends,” Finch said.
Rudy Gobert controlled the paint with 21 points, 18 rebounds, and two blocks. Over his last five games, he has pulled down 83 rebounds, reinforcing his status as one of the league’s top defenders. “We communicate a lot about spacing, and I know how to better put myself in the position to be more dominant,” Gobert said. “A strength is to never stop and put in the work every day and do the best for myself to learn and take the opportunity to be out there and actually lead.”
Naz Reid provided a strong presence off the bench, scoring 13 points on 5-of-9 shooting. Despite feeling fatigued, he remained focused on the bigger goal. “I was kinda tired, not gonna lie. But we went out there—a win is a win,” Reid said. “That was definitely game of the year. The mindset is to win. To win, to win.”
Nickeil Alexander-Walker played a key role defensively, disrupting Brooklyn’s backcourt and making timely stops. His perimeter intensity helped stifle the Nets’ offense. “He was outstanding on defense,” Finch said. “Challenging shots, playing strong around the rim, and making smart plays.”
Julius Randle contributed 11 points and eight rebounds, while Jaden McDaniels added eight points. Mike Conley orchestrated the offense with six assists, ensuring smooth ball
Brooklyn (25-52) struggled offensively. Nic Claxton was a bright spot with 18 points on 9-of-10 shooting, adding six rebounds and two steals. Dariq Whitehead contributed 17 points off the bench, but Keon Johnson and D’Angelo Russell combined for just eight points.
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